Alphabet Inc Class C (GOOG)vsNews Corp B (NWS)
GOOG
Alphabet Inc Class C
$353.47
-0.88%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $4.59T
NWS
News Corp B
$32.45
-4.19%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $16.92B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Alphabet Inc Class C generates 4967% more annual revenue ($445.87B vs $8.80B). GOOG leads profitability with a 54.8% profit margin vs 12.9%. GOOG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.97. GOOG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
GOOG
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
NWS
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+23.7%
Fair Value
$471.78
Current Price
$353.47
$118.31 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for NWS.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 38 in profit
Keeps 55 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 34.0%
Earnings expanding 294.0% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 5.0% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GOOG
The strongest argument for GOOG centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 54.8% and operating margin at 34.0%. Revenue growth of 24.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : NWS
The strongest argument for NWS centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : GOOG
The primary concerns for GOOG are Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : NWS
The primary concerns for NWS are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GOOG profiles as a growth stock while NWS is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
GOOG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.24 — expect wider price swings.
GOOG is growing revenue faster at 24.2% — sustainability is the question.
NWS generates stronger free cash flow (399M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GOOG scores higher overall (77/100 vs 51/100), backed by strong 54.8% margins and 24.2% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Alphabet Inc Class C
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · INTERNET CONTENT & INFORMATION · USA
Alphabet Inc. is an American multinational conglomerate headquartered in Mountain View, California. It was created through a restructuring of Google on October 2, 2015, and became the parent company of Google and several former Google subsidiaries. The two co-founders of Google remained as controlling shareholders, board members, and employees at Alphabet. Alphabet is the world's fourth-largest technology company by revenue and one of the world's most valuable companies.
Visit Website →News Corp B
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ENTERTAINMENT · USA
News Corporation is an American mass media and publishing company operating across digital real estate information, news media, book publishing, and cable television.
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